Pipefitter - Plaquemine, LA

Turner Industries

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor that provides responsive, innovative solutions to increase plant production, reduce costs, and prevent shutdowns in industries such as petrochemical, refining, energy, and pulp and paper. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. The company is seeking an experienced Pipefitter for a maintenance position in Plaquemine, LA. This role involves laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping systems for various industrial processes. The position is non-exempt and reports to the Foreman, with assigned duties checked frequently.

Requirements

High school or equivalent
One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level)
Basic knowledge of field drawings, sketches and engineering drawings
Basic knowledge of how to connect flanged pipe connections using a cross pattern bolting technique
Ability to read and utilize a tape measure properly
Ability to understand and utilize a framing square as it is applicable to pipefitting tasks
Knowledge of how to properly utilize power tools to prepare pipe for cutting, welding, threading and bolting
Ability to make accurate and precise weld connection fit ups
Must pass post-offer drug/alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and sign acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy

Responsibilities

Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and industrial processing systems.
Selects and inspects proper safety gear.
Selects size and type of pipe and related material according to job specifications.
Inspects worksites to determine the presence of obstructions and to ascertain that creating holes for pipe penetration will not cause structural weakness.
Plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers.
Cuts, threads, and bends pipe.
Assembles and installs a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe fittings, including those made of brass, copper, lead, glass, and plastic.
Joins pipe by means of threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints.
Secures pipe to structure with clamps, brackets, supports and hangers.
Installs and maintains refrigeration and air-conditioning systems including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
Tests piping system for leaks.
Utilizes a variety of power tools including electric, pneumatic, and battery powered.
Performs additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
Complies with company and client job site safety requirements.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.